Xena Todd's Breast Dagger prop replica

I always loved the Todd's Costumes Breast dagger replica due of different reasons: well, the design is more clear and more defined than the Creation Entertainment replicas, probably more screen accurate, lines more defined lines and more accentuated details. The background plaque where the dagger is embedded is stunning. The resin plaque has scorpion reliefs and some intentional break marks. Without a doubt, it is very accurate and it has the vintage antique style that I always liked for Xena props and replicas.

The complete set is in mint condition, almost as new, and the Breast Dagger blade is quite sharp. I never imagine that was going to be such a real weapon. The handle has a garnet leather strip around, maybe a little wide, in my opinion, but a clear sign of Todd's Costumes work.

This Breast Dagger or Cleavage Knife was a limited run of 3000 units. In this case, it is number #23, a very low number that why the definition of the dagger is great. We all know that after a certain number of reproductions the molds gradually deteriorate and the replicas lose definition and quality.

Screen used metal Hero Hephestus / Prometheus

Hephestus/ Prometheus screen used metal one-of-a-kind sword prop is dream came true recently. This iconic sword was seen in the “Prometheus” episode from season 1 and after, with a different fabric in the handle and a few “faux” jewels changed was seen in the episode “The Quill is the Mightier” in season 3. Also, this sword appeared in the episode “The sword of Veracity” of season 2 from HTLJ tv series. 

The metal prop swords are extremely rare, probably some of those were just one-of-a-kind pieces that after were casted in resin to be used by the actors and stunts to prevent damages. That is also why I believe that this sword was used in the “Prometheus”episode and after modified for the season 3 episode, inspecting a little bit seems that the old “Prometheus” handle fabric is behind the actual one.

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Handle close-up.

Metal sword props were just seen in close-ups and a few scenes that the shine and bright of the sword is required. This awesome sword is quite heavy and very detailed. The handle has a garnet velvet fabric with golden ribbons intertwined. It combines green and red faux jewels in both sides, just missing a pair of them. The red diamond shape "faux" jewel in the pommel is quite awesome and it is in mint condition in both sides.

  

A few close-ups of the handle, pommel and guard of the sword.

The COA reveals that this sword is “Hephestus Ornate Sword” and was used in XWP tv series. I think I need a huge rock to be displayed properly.

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Rare Livia's sword

Quite rare find Livia/Eve, Xena’s daughter and the “bitch” of Rome, screen used sword prop. Probably one of the most iconic swords from the tv series.

Used by Livia played by Adrienne Wilkinson in the episodes of “Livia” and “Eve” from season 5, “The haunting of Amphipolis” and in a few flashbacks in “Path of vengeance” from season 6. This sword was used by Varia played by Tsianina Joelson in “Path of Vegeance” in season 6.

It is a rare find of an specific style of sword only used by the same character. This sword probably was used in the fight scenes to avoid any damage. 

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The handle, guard and pommel is made of hard resin and the blade is foam with a metal structure (rod) inside. The condition is excellent however it has signs of wear and chips in the painting.

In this photo you appreciate the intricate design of the hilt. The cross guard has the same shape of the common roman swords with a few differences. The handle that used to be made of leather strip in most of the sword seen on screen is not the case. This sword has an unique design on the handle with some flower and nature mandala reliefs.

Also, in this case the blade of this sword is quite different of the roman soldier swords. The blade is quite wide and thick on the tip. It has signs of wear and battle used marks but it is not bent.

Probably here is one of my more beloved swords of my collection. I had never thought I was going to have the chance of purchasing this amazing sword. It comes with the Turners Auction invoice.

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Lights and sword holders

Some led lights and swords holders to make my show case organized and clear.